It doesn’t really matter but…

Okay, I like changing my hair. But i’m a natural born redhead… And I feel guilty touching, partly because people scold me, and partly because i’m afraid it wont grow back. In other words, I like changing my hair but I’m not that bold.. Not like other people.. Actually the most I do is chop it all off. Which I do every time it grows out. Especially if an ex boyfriend loves my hair, then I’ll definitely chop it off. But.. I made a promise to my little cousin, and shes too cute to break promises, that I wouldn’t color or cut my hair… But frankly.. It’s killing me. I want to cut it all off soo bad. So bad. It’s like an itch, i’ve never had an addiction [ except to food…] so i wouldn’t know, but I call it my addiction. I’ll give myself bangs on the way to long hair, just to be able to cut some of it. Here is my hair through the ages:

 The blonde was because my ex liked the color too :] Red because I wanted “real” redhead hair to the point of extreme–> which I cut and color my hair on my own, so i didn’t realize it would be that red.

Anyways whats the point of this? I’m trying to decide if I should cut it… Or keep growing it out..

I know that 1.) I’ve wanted long hair for a long time, but it’s taking too long and 2.) my bf would cry if I cut my hair..

suggestions? Please?

I wish I had known…

Things I’ve learned now that I’m older but should have known before:

While applying for a position in a higher profile company than my past: Disney ( although “a big” job for me) Hollister, and Lone Star Steakhouse; I’ve learned it would have been helpful to know this:

1. Have a clean break, never burn bridges (not that this one applies to me)
2. Stay in contact with a previous manager from each place of employment.
   1. Keep their phone number/email address updated
   2. Chat with them once in awhile
   3. Make sure they are willing to be used as a contact or reference
3. When leaving a company ask:
   1. Can I use you as a professional reference?
   2. Is there an HR department number to verify employment for future companies?
4. Write down everything, on the computer.
   1. Names, addresses, dates, a copy of pay stub, location, phone numbers–> it makes filling in the application info much easier.
5. Collect references–> good friend/co-worker, ask, and keep in contact.
6. Jot down your duties, that way if you need to fill out an app a long time after, you haven’t forgotten.
7. Never bash your company, especially not online. (Doesn’t apply to me!)
8. Monitor your behavior online–>facebook photos of me drunk? Maybe that should be super private…
9. Be prompt, prepared (research the company), and professional.
   1. I learned that on time is late, and 15-10 minutes early is expected.
   2. It looks bad to know nothing about the company and what they stand for, know a little, then you can ask educated questions.
   3. Studs for earrings, no nail polish, slacks but if skirt then past knee and wear stockings, light make-up, closed toed shoes not too bold, minimal jewelry, and no bared shoulders.
   4. Make sure your shirt is ironed.
   5. Have a copy of your resume, maybe two or three, something to take notes on, and a pen.

Some of them see pretty obvious. But there not if you’ve never done it. I’m sure there are more I will learn, but the biggest are keep in touch with managers. Because shoot, trying to get back in contact so they can rate my previous employment has been awkward and difficult.

If you have any you would like to share with me, let me know. Please.